New Ideas
NEW IDEAS
Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson V-Rod Supercharger Kit
Eight hours. That's all the time that's standing between you and a nearly 40 percent increase in peak horsepower and an almost 30 percent increase in max torque on your Harley-Davidson V-Rod. Vance & Hines' new supercharger kit ($5995) fits neatly under the stock faux gas-tank cover, its Sprintex blower running 7-11 pounds of boost. No additional engine modifications are required. Vance & Hines Motorsports, 1211 Northfield Dr., Brownsburg, IN 46112; 317/852-9057; www.vhmotorsports.com
Pro Moto Billet Endo
Need a spark arrestor for your 250 or 450cc four-stroke dirtbike? Don’t want to spend a bundle on a complete aftermarket exhaust system? Then get your hands on a Pro Moto Billet Endo ($135). Designed to install quickly and easily on most original-equipment mufflers, the aluminum end cap features a removable, replaceable, USFS-approved, screen-type spark arrestor. Meet sound-level requirements with the optional 96-decibel Silent Insert ($47). Pro Moto Billet/Fastway Performance, 11461 Lone Star Rd., Nampa, ID 83651; 866/466-4762; www.promotobillet.com
Kawasaki Poker Chip Set
Got green? Might we interest you in a friendly game of Texas Hold 'Em? Kawasaki’s Poker Chip Set ($100) includes: 500 11.5-gram, clay-filled chips in four colors with Kawasaki logos on both sides; two decks of casino-grade, plastic-coated cards; one professional dealer button; and two blind buttons-all neatly packed in a locking aluminum carrying case. Kawasaki Motors Corp., U.S.A., 9950 Jeronimo Rd., Irvine, CA 92618; 949/770-0400; www.kawasaki.com
50's Boy Throttler
Cruise in style and control with the 50's Boy Throttler ($180) Designed to fit virtually any motorcycle, the CNC-machined, aluminum/stainless-steel "throttle management system" uses the company's patented roller-ball detent design for on-the-fly adjustments. Just push the thumb-operated lever up to vary engine speed in stepped increments. 50's Boy, Inc., 709 E. Cochran St. #C, Simi Valley, CA 93065; 866/542-1955; www.50sboy.net
Arata Dry Carbon-Fiber Muffler
High exhaust temperatures and carbon-fiber are typically a poor mix, which is why some carbon mufflers are backed by aluminum to prevent burn-though. Japanese pipe-bender Arata has a high-tech alternative: "dry" carbon-fiber. Impervious to even the extreme heat generated by big Twins, the exceptionally durable, incredibly lightweight material perfectly complements the company's expertly TIG-welded titanium header systems. Muffler-only prices start at $525. Center of Gravity, 19744 Beach Blvd. #415, Huntington Beach, CA 92648; 714/374-9491; www.aratausa.com
ParkingPuck
Stop your motorcycle from sinking into hot asphalt or soft ground with the ParkingPuck ($8)-the first and only sidestand prop made from a regulation National Hockey League puck! Easy to use, the slotted universal design weighs less than 6 ounces and stores easily in a jacket pocket, under your motorcycle seat or behind a sidecover. ParkingPuck, 760 Lake Range Dr., Kincardine, Ontario, Canada, N2Z 2X3; 519/386-1128; www.parkingpuck.com
PPM Custom Twisted Spike \ Fairing Bolt Kit
Looking for a way to sharpen the appearance of your 1999-2007 Suzuki GSX1300R Hayabusa? Here's an idea: Replace the standard fairing fasteners with PPM Custom's Twisted Spike Bolt Kit. The $225 kit includes 27 sharply pointed pieces manufactured from 300-series stainless-steel and polished to a mirror finish. PPM Custom, 2222-F Patterson St., Greensboro, NC 27407; 866/511-2453; www.ppmcustom.com
EVS Ballistic Jersey
Are you an aspiring freestyler or stunter, or do you just crash a lot? Either way, your body could benefit from an EVS Ballistic Jersey ($170). Top-of-the-line, the BJ22 Ultra is basically a zip-up mesh jersey covered with strategically placed, impact-absorbing armor. Molded plastic backed by closed-cell foam covers the shoulders, elbows, back and chest, while an adjustable, articulating kidney belt safeguards your internal organs and lower spine. Togged up in the BJ22 (sizes S-2XL), you feel practically invincible. Movement, however, is somewhat restricted, a turn-off for anyone used to wearing only a jersey, and not everyone digs the bulging-shoulders, bodybuilder look. Of course, none of that matters much if you're holed up in the hospital with your limbs in plaster. EVS Sports, 2146 E. Gladwick St., Rancho Dominguez, CA 90220; 800/229-4387; www.evs-sports.com
Moose Racing Lock Chock
Keep your dirtor streetbike secure while it's tied down in the bed of your pickup or van with a Moose Racing Lock Chock. Available in three sizes to accommodate most front wheel dimensions, the black-powdercoated chock attaches to a supplied bolt-down T-base. A beefy pin (padlock not included) runs through the wheel, keeping it-and the rest of the bike-in one place. Prices range from $75 to $90, depending on application. Moose Racing, P.O. Box 5222, Janesville, WI 53547; 608/758-1111; www.mooseracing.com
Alpinestars S-MX 2 Air Carbon gloves
Looking for comfortable sport-riding gloves? Motocross-inspired, the S-MX 2 Air Carbons ($60) boast synthetic-leather palms, hill-grain leather reinforcement and open-back construction for maximum flexibility. Other features include carbon-fiber knuckle protection, velcro wrist closures, plus ventilated top panels and finger sidewalls for maximum cooling. They're available in black, gray, red, orange or blue in sizes S-3XL Alpinestars U.S.A., Inc., 2780 W. 237th St., Torrance, CA 90505; 310/891-0222; www.alpinestars.com
AGV Laguna Road Race Boots
Comfort, flexibility and protection were the goals for AGV's Laguna Road Race boots ($300; sizes 8-13). Designed in Italy and handcrafted from premium top-grain cowhide, the all-new ventilated design retains the tried-and-true speed-lace system and features titanium-and-composite-plastic plates backed by shock-absorbing orthopedic foam to put the brakes on ankle-tweaking torsional twisting. Select from four color options: black/black, blue/black, red/black or yellow/black. AGV Sports Group, Inc., P.O. Box 378, Buckeystown, MD 21717; 800/777-7006; www.agvsport.com
